Film Extrusion
Innovative Film Processor Adds Water-Blown Technology to Barrier Offerings
Established as a market leader in technical films in Latin America, Plastilene enters North American barrier market with nine-layer technology, including an upside-down, water-quenched system.
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New System Utilizes EMF Technology to Measure Sheet Thickness, Temperature
An altogether different approach to in-line measurement is said to provide direct thickness measurement, is impervious to material density changes, installs quickly and does so without radiation.
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Use a Process Assessment to Determine the Benefits of Screw-Design Modification
This type of analysis analysis will provide the converter with a clear picture of whether changes to the screw could provide economic gains through increased rate, yield, and quality.
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Automated Die, Feedblock System Improves Efficiencies at Cast Film Processor
Reifenhäuser's PAM automation systems helps Bogucki Folie reduce waste at startup while slashing time between changeovers.
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Mucell Extrusion Purchased by Censco
Zotefoams PLC sells Mucell Extrusion Technology brand to engineering services company.
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Novel Line Turns Fluff to Blown Film
Processor Bioflex of Mexico is utilizing Reifenhäuser Blown Film’s EVO Fusion technology to integrate postindustrial and postconsumer recycled materials into products.
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Thickness Gauge for 'Wet' Films
The gauge requires minimal calibration and is insensitive to the angle and distance of measurement.
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What You Need to Know About Roll-Cooling Design
Cooling rolls might not look like high-tech machines, but the fact is there is a surprising amount of technology involved in their design, manufacture and use. Here’s what you need to know.
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LG, Reifenhauser Combine on MDO Push
Resin and machinery companies also aim to look for further downgauging opportunities.
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Extrusion Excellence: This Year's Top Stories
Revisit the year’s most popular articles on extrusion technology and processes, showcasing innovations, best practices, and the trends that captured the plastics processing community’s attention.
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